A cultural approach to patriotism |
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| Authors: | Marcus J Coleman Tina M Harris Kevin L Bryant Carrie Reif-Stice |
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| Institution: | 1. Communication Studies, University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS;2. Communication Studies, University of Georgia, Athens, GA;3. Communication Studies, Columbus State University, Columbus, GA |
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| Abstract: | This study explores an under-researched phenomenon of how African Americans communicate about patriotism via ordinary political conversation. We conducted two studies that offer a critical-qualitative analysis of how patriotism is colloquially articulated among African Americans. In study one, focus group interviews were conducted, transcribed, and analyzed using constant comparative method. In study two, we conducted a quantitative content analysis. The findings from study one revealed that there are three relational conceptualizations that help characterize one’s orientation to their nation (i.e., community: subordinate, guardian, and tumultuous). Participants expressed having an attachment to, identification with, and commitment to their communities. |
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| Keywords: | Patriotism culture ordinary political conversation ritual |
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